But Green Coffee Beans Are All Natural, How Can There Be Side Effects?

Yep, green coffee beans are just unroasted coffee beans, so they should be natural right? Wrong. In the same way that coffee affects people in different ways, so do GCBs. It’s therefore very important to read the following guidelines; if in doubt, always check with your physician before adding any supplement to your diet.

Typical side effects

Read any mix of reviews and typical side effects you´ll read about include:

Jittery, like a big caffeine boost

Diarrhea, or other stomach upset

Nausea or sickness

Headaches

Insomnia or poor sleep

Elevated heart rate…

….I mean, it’s a hit of coffee! You can expect the same symptoms really as if you drink a lot of coffee so if you’re not used to coffee, you should build up your supplement intake slowly.

Is Green Coffee Bean Suitable for Everyone?

At the moment, only a handful of studies have been undertaken, and therefore there is not enough information to state with clarity who should and who shouldn’t supplement their diet with Green Coffee Bean. However, WebMD – which usually errs on the side of caution – recommends that people with the following medical issues should use caution or consult their physician:

Anxiety disorders; caffeine may aggravate these disorders and I read of one woman who was bipolar and felt worse on taking GCB

Bleeding disorders; there is “some concern” that GCB may exacerbate bleeding disorders like haemophilia

Diabetes; research suggests that green coffee beans may affect the blood sugar levels by either increasing or decreasing the levels. Use with caution and monitor your blood sugar levels carefully if supplementing with GCB

Glaucoma; some users have experienced eye problems when taking GCB, as caffeine can increase the pressure in the eye. Avoid if you have glaucoma

High blood pressure or hypertension; for those that don’t regularly consume much caffeine, the caffeine in GCB could increase blood pressure

Osteoporosis; sufferers may aggravate their condition with too much caffeine, which can cause calcium to be flushed out of the bones

Pregnant, trying to conceive and nursing; as with any caffeine products, these women should avoid using GCB for optimum reproductive and maternal health

As with any supplement, it makes sense to consult your physician first. And (I’ve said it a hundred times and will continue to do so!!!!) ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR BODY. If you have any adverse effects with GCB or any medicine or supplement, stop or reduce your intake. What is right for one person may not be right for you, even if it is natural.

Thanks for reading this article on Green Coffee Bean and the side effects, I hope you’ve found it useful. Got a story to share? Please add it below! All the best, Michelle.